Have you ever considered taking on a side gig? Wondering what a side gig is?
A side gig is something you do ‘on the side’ of your primary job. It’s flexible, on-demand work that can be done around your main career. In June 2018, a Bankrate survey found that 37 percent of Americans have a side gig.
So, is a side gig right for you?
Here are some interesting reasons 4 out of 10 Americans choose to take on a side gig.
- 1. Passion
When a main source of income does not line up with your passions, a side gig is a great way to feed that passion. This is your opportunity to do something you love.
- 2. Experience
A side gig is a great way to expand your skill set and gain experience you cannot gain in your 9-5 job.
- 3. Fill a void
A side gig can give you a place to use skills you have that aren’t needed for your main job but you miss being able to use them.
- 4.Community
Being around like-minded people is motivating and fulfilling. A side gig can offer you a community experience where you can bond with people who share your passions, likes or vision.
- 5. Quality of Life
Things like vacations, weekend trips or early retirement are often out of reach with living on a 9-5 paycheck. A side gig opens up the opportunities to do more!
- 6. Career Options
If moving up the career ladder in your main job is limited, a side gig can be the entry into future career options.
- 7. Income
When there is limited income growth with a main job, a side gig will give you an avenue to increase your income stream beyond those limitations.
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